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Your First Time Opera Experience

Opera Carolina offers the best cultural experiences for the senses in Charlotte! Your opera experience will be filled with beautiful, lush music with drama to ignite your passion.

Whether you’re attending your first opera or you’ve been a lifelong opera lover, we want to you feel comfortable and have a sense of what to expect. In anticipation of your questions, we have answered a few typical ones here for you:

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At the Opera

YES! Following each Sunday matinee performance, join us for Postludes with the Artists on the Mezzanine level of the Belk Theater. This is an informal Q&A session with the principal artists.

Do you offer Opera previews?

YES! We offer free Opera previews 30 minutes prior to each performance. To enjoy these free previews, come to the Mezzanine level of the Belk Theater and listen as we explain what you are about to experience.

How long does an Opera typically last?

On average, most performances run three hours. All mainstage productions will have at least one intermission.

What should I war?

Don’t stress and have fun! Business or dressy attire works for Thursday night; Saturday is opening night and dressy to black tie attire is acceptable. Casual attire is perfect for the Sunday matinee.

Will I understand what they're singing?

YES! All Opera Carolina performances are equipped with projected English titles above the stage.

Before the Opera

Do you offer dining packages?

YES! Opera Carolina has partnered with local restaurants to provide you with with options. Click here to learn more.